Aluminum Welder | Soldador de Aluminio

WelderThe Welder is responsible for accurately setting up and operating welding equipment to weld and assemble trailers, hoists, and fabricated parts according to production card specifications. This role may also include operating a robotic welder.The Welder contributes to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives by following established processes, supporting efficient production flow, and communicating improvement ideas with supervisors and plant leadership.Essential Job Responsibilities:Maintain prompt and reliable attendance to ensure customer production needs are metPerform basic math calculations required for measuring, assembling, and troubleshootingSet up and adjust welding equipment as neededRead and interpret complex instructions, blueprints, and measuring devicesWork collaboratively with coworkers and other departments to support company goals and initiativesLearn and operate multiple machines or jigs within the assigned job areaRotate between tasks or stations as required to support production schedules, team needs, or safety recommendationsMaintain a steady and efficient work pace while meeting quality and production standardsWork overtime when required to meet customer demandFollow all safety procedures, including wearing required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), submitting maintenance requests, and reporting hazards to coworkers and managementEssential Skills, Experience, and Education:Minimum 2 years of continuous welding experience, preferably with aluminum or steel in a manufacturing or industrial environmentAbility to use various measuring toolsAbility to read blueprints and technical manualsStrong time management skillsAbility to communicate in EnglishEssential Physical Requirements:Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. unassistedAbility to stand, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of timeFrequent bending and turning at the waistExposure to outdoor weather temperaturesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Required Work Hours and Schedules:Must be able to work between 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through FridayOccasional Saturdays as required to meet Production needsKey Competencies:Consistently Achieves Results - Effectively manages budgets; meets planned financial targets; achieves both top and bottom line growth objectives; readily produces strategies for reducing or avoiding costs without compromising quality; meets the Customer's satisfaction level; meets or exceeds the standards set for the position specific responsibilities.Analytical Abilities - Makes recommendations based on solid assumptions when solving complex problems; analyzes data to obtain meaningful information; identifies conflicting or inaccurate information.Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at first answers.Interpersonal Skills - Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the company; builds appropriate rapport; listens; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; truly values people; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external Customers; gets Customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; considers Customers in all business practices; establishes and maintains effective relationships with Customers.